Next up, Middlesbrough will look to put a bad couple of results behind them and push on with a win, when recently-relegated Bournemouth visit on Saturday. Meanwhile, Boro continue to pursue key transfer targets, as they look to put the finishing touches to their squad. For now, here's all the latest Championship news and gossip.
1. Hoops urged to snap up Doughty
Ex-Celtic star Frank McAvennie has urged the Hoops to snap up Charlton Athletic ace Alfie Doughty, expressing fears that "another club" could win the race, amid links with Luton Town. (Football Insider) Photo: CLIVE ROSE
2. Rams land new winger
Derby County have completed the signing of Poland international Kamil Jozwiak from Lech Poznan. The 22-year-old is the Rams' fifth summer signing, joining the likes of Nathan Byrne and David Marshall at Pride Park. (Club website) Photo: ELVIS BARUKCIC
3. Rotherham bring in Foxes youngster
Rotherham United have snapped up ex-Sheffield Wednesday striker George Hirst, who has joined on a season-long long deal from Leicester City. He made two Premier League appearances for the Foxes last season. (Club website) Photo: Octavio Passos
4. Race heats up for Gotts
Hull City look to be providing Huddersfield Town with serious competition to sign Leeds United midfielder Robbie Gotts on loan, with outcome likely to rest upon who can offer the most first-team football. (The Sun) Photo: George Wood